CVE-2021-40180
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.06%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40180 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the WeChat application 8.0.10 for Android and iOS, a mini program can obtain sensitive information from a user's address book via wx.searchContacts.. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the WeChat application 8.0.10 for Android and iOS, a mini program can obtain sensitive information from a user's address book via wx.searchContacts.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tencent | 8.0.10 |
References
- https://arxiv.org/pdf/2205.15202.pdfMitigation, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://pan.baidu.com/s/116sAQvs1CEzCeIfpI1NZvAExploit, Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://pan.baidu.com/s/1RqMrZBruZZ4OHdnXUN5xDwExploit, Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://arxiv.org/pdf/2205.15202.pdfMitigation, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://pan.baidu.com/s/116sAQvs1CEzCeIfpI1NZvAExploit, Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://pan.baidu.com/s/1RqMrZBruZZ4OHdnXUN5xDwExploit, Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40180?
In the WeChat application 8.0.10 for Android and iOS, a mini program can obtain sensitive information from a user's address book via wx.searchContacts.
How severe is CVE-2021-40180?
CVE-2021-40180 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40180?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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